Ross

Boy

Origin: Scottish Gaelic · Irish

Meaning

“headland promontory”

Source

Cultural Notes

Ross is a Scottish and Irish surname derived from Gaelic ros meaning headland or promontory; it is also the name of a Scottish county.

Popularity

Rarity: uncommon
Peak decade: 1970s
Community likes: 1

Famous People Named Ross

  • Ross Perot, Ross Lynch
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